Leadership Styles in Sport Quiz

What is the main characteristic of autocratic leadership in sport?

• Encouragement

• Delegating authority

• All-powerful decision-making

• Inclusive

When is democratic leadership style best suited for in sport?

• Novices

• Experienced athletes

• Individual sports

• Team sports

What is the main characteristic of laissez-faire leadership in sport?

• Centralisation of decision-making

• Gives players freedom to use their abilities independently

• Leader makes all decisions

• Strict approach to development

What is the potential negative impact of autocratic leadership in a coaching session?

• Enhanced responsibility

• Improved engagement

• Increased motivation

• Decreased enjoyment

What is the main focus of autocratic leadership in sport?

• Involving others in decision-making

• Developing responsibility

• Winning games

• Promoting enjoyment

When might democratic leadership style not allow full development in sport?

• When athletes lack knowledge of the sport

• When athletes are mature towards practice

• When athletes are experienced

• When athletes are highly motivated

What is the potential negative impact of laissez-faire leadership in a coaching session?

• Decreased enjoyment

• Limited potential

• Increased motivation

• Enhanced responsibility

What is the main characteristic of democratic leadership in sport?

• All-powerful decision-making

• Leader makes all decisions

• Gives players freedom to use their abilities independently

• Involving others in decision-making

What is the main characteristic of autocratic leadership in sport?

• Encouragement

• Delegating authority

• All-powerful decision-making

• Inclusive

What is the main characteristic of laissez-faire leadership in sport?

• Leader makes all decisions

• Gives players freedom to use their abilities independently

• Centralisation of decision-making

• Strict approach to development